As we approach the end of award season, we are looking back at some iconic natural hairstyles that made proud statements on the red carpet.

By Laudia Anyorkor Nunoo, GNA Tema, March 09, GNA – Hair has long been regarded as an important symbol of beauty, identity, and cultural expression among women in many societies. From childhood to ...

For many Black people hair is a form of self-expression, and Black celebrities have been breaking boundaries when it comes to ...

For some, Black hair is an expression of identity and culture. It’s a representation of history and carries a deep emotional significance. Even though Black hair is a symbol of empowerment, resistance ...

Inside a Georgia salon, clients rebuild confidence “strand by strand,” says master cosmetologist Dyniecia Barnes, who sees how hair expectations can weigh on people seeking jobs and professional ...

Ariana Grande returned to her roots when she pulled up to the 2026 Golden Globes in a de-Glindafied look, trading her beloved ...

The City of Mableton has passed a local ordinance aimed at preventing discrimination based on natural hairstyles in schools and workplaces.

The Street's first Black female character, Gabrielle — operated by Megan Piphus — shows off her different 'dos for a national ...

Many people suffer from rashes or other negative reactions to hair used for braiding. Turns out that many hair extensions are full of known hazardous chemicals, which could be harmful to Black hair ...

ESSENCE speaks with five professionals about confidently wearing their natural hair and celebrating authenticity at work.

For many African women, hair is more than just strands; it is a crown of ancestry, resilience and unapologetic beauty. From intricate Bantu knots to free-flowing Fulani braids and natural hair twists, ...